BREAKING NEWS
Programs that send mental health clinicians instead of police to crisis calls are expanding nationwide, but inconsistent funding and limited Medicaid reimbursement threaten their long-term stability
The new Quick Response Unit designation allows Ferndale firefighters to respond to medical calls and reduce long ambulance wait times in their rural community
The new free service notifies trained Danville community members when someone nearby is in cardiac arrest, helping start CPR and locate an AED
Therapy dogs from the nonprofit Go Team give first responders, dispatchers a chance to decompress from the emotional toll of emergency calls
Flint will put another ambulance in service around the clock as the fire department’s EMS program surpasses 900 calls this year
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Hear from EMS systems and leaders turning the promise of whole blood into a proven practice for trauma patients
A recent webinar reviewed its value to EMS and shared tips for ensuring accuracy
Watch and discover expert nutrition tips tailored for first responders for peak performance, faster recovery and sustained energy on the job
Exercises, techniques, and routines designed to maximize readiness, prevent injuries and boost resilience
How personal connections can strengthen on- and off-duty resilience
You face enough challenges in your career — this webinar will help you simplify your finances and secure your future with confidence
New solutions for higher standards of care
How AI and deployable communications are changing the field
How to navigate the opioid funding landscape to secure resources for opioid abatement, reimbursement and remediation expenses
Optimizing resource management
Actionable insights for overcoming EMS workforce challenges and achieving career success
Preventing disruptive emergency communication outages
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Turnover in your billing office may reveal where reimbursement relies on memory instead of documented process
Developed for humanitarian crises, My-Shield delivers a nonflammable, environmentally conscious disinfecting option for EMS crews
How NarcBox can help EMS agencies prepare for stricter controlled-substance accountability
For New Jersey’s JFK EMS, a mobile-first strategy boosts accuracy, speeds documentation and strengthens quality improvement efforts
A unified technology suite can bring big advantages in a tight labor environment, including improved revenue
The final rule has been released – here’s what a veteran enforcement agent finds most important about it
WATCH NOW
A traumatic crash and weather-grounded helicopter pushed Mineral County EMS to rethink how blood reaches patients
OFF DUTY
Their quick thinking after a series of sudden deaths led to the discovery of cyanide-laced Tylenol — and a turning point in consumer safety
After surviving a rare and aggressive cancer, Dan Carr is recovering — and shining a light on the lifesaving power of organ donors like Stacey Holden
From renting out tools to real estate crowdfunding, here are 5 low-maintenance ways for first responders to build passive income
A chance diagnosis, a national call for help and a liver donated by a fellow firefighter
What DSM-5 recognition of moral injury means for EMS
Understanding the “warrior spirit” concept brings the answer into focus
Share your public safety pride with an ornament on your Christmas tree
These easy, versatile and Amazon-accessible finds make holiday decorating a breeze
From clever socks to statement mugs, we’ve got your quick-gift needs covered
The short answer: Yes. And Dr. Jaime Brower offers the tools to make it happen.
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